Meet the Chiropractor
Dr. Jennifer Sims
Dr. Jennifer Sims graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic from the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.
She received her Bachelors of Science Degree in biology from George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. She is a certified Applied Kinesiologist by the International College of Applied Kinesiology. She is also holds her C.A.C.C.P by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
In addition she is a certified Webster Technique Practitioner and an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.
Dr. Sims has been practicing in the Northern Virginia area for over 20 years. Her passion is caring for children. Her clinic provides a true wellness center that focuses on the health of children. In her free time she is an avid reader and loves spending time with her blended family.
Certifications
Meet the Acupuncturist
Consuelo Kern, LAC, MSOM
Consuelo Kern earned her Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Mid-West College of Oriental Medicine after completing her undergraduate studies at George Mason University. She also studied in Guangzhou, China, where she completed one of her four clinical internships before beginning her practice.
In addition, she holds a Diplomate in Acupuncture certification through the NCBAHM.
Inspired by her own healing experience with acupuncture when other treatments had been ineffective, Consuelo brings a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. She begins with attentive listening and a thorough intake process, tailoring each treatment to the individual. Guided by a “less is more” philosophy, she believes in understanding each patient’s unique constitution and creating personalized treatment plans accordingly. She also incorporates modern technology to measure, analyze, and document the energetic status of the body’s acupuncture meridians.
She has a special interest in pediatrics and women’s health and brings more than 22 years of clinical experience to her practice.
Meet the Sonographer
Susan Pritts, RDMS, RCS
Susan is a registered sonographer in multiple imaging specialty areas; credentialed through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and Cardiovascular Credentialing International, (CCI). She is also licensed through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and certified for first trimester nuchal translucency assessment through the Nuchal Translucency Quality Review organization (NTQR).
She is known for her talents in teaching clinical skills and uses a practical "hands on" approach in her communications. Her skills can often obtain diagnostic images even on technically difficult cases and is respected for her knowledge of pathology as it relates to ultrasound.
“I see every person as a masterpiece, uniquely designed, so every image, every person has their own story. My goal is to educate each person so they are impressed with how special they are, and give knowledge so they can make educated choices as informed healthcare consumers.”